Rufty-Holmes

Senior Center
 August 2010 Newsletter 

Bus Trip to Columbia, SC

Wednesday, August 26. 

Bus leaves Senior Center parking lot at 8:00am enroute to this southern state capital alive with history. Our first stop will be the South Carolina State Museum, considered one of the best on the east coast.  Lunch will be at the Mac's on Main buffet followed by a tour of either the Robert Mills House or Hampton Preston Mansion, both of which are huge, elegant, antebellum homes. We'll return back to the Center between 6-7:00pm.  Cost is $50.00 per person which includes transportation, lunch, admission to the museum and house tour, and tips.

Interested older adults need to pre-pay at the Senior Center Front Desk in order to reserve a seat on the bus.  Reservations are first-come, first-served, and you can pick your seat assignment at the time of purchase.  You must be a member of the Center to purchase a ticket. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, August 4 at 2:00pm.

Coping with the Loss of a Pet

Wednesday, August 25 at 10:00am.  A presentation concerning new community resources available specifically for those experiencing pet loss.  Offered by Brent & Patti Lyerly, with Lyerly Funeral Home and Lyerly Counseling Services.  Free and open to any interested adult.  Pre-registration is not required.

Senior Games Softball Tournaments

Saturday, August 7 & Saturday, August 28 at the City Sports Complex across from the Senior Center. Salisbury-Rowan Senior Games will host invitational softball tournaments featuring teams from several area counties, including Rowan. There are no gate fees for spectators. Come out and support your local teams. Concessions will be available. Call the Center at 704-216-7714 for information on game times.

Wii Bowling Tournament

August 9-27 in the Fitness Annex.  Members who register can play the Wii game version of bowling during Fitness Annex hours and record their top scores throughout the three weeks of the competition.    On Tuesday, August 31 at 2:00pm, the two members with the top scores for men & women will have play-offs for $25 gift certificates from a local restaurant.  A refresher lesson on use of the Wii system will be provided by staff on Friday, August 6 at noon. Free and open to any interested Center member.  For more information and to register, check with Fitness Staff or contact the Front Desk.

Exercise Class Openings

You may join one of our on-going senior exercise classes after screening and consultation with the Fitness Staff.  A variety of offerings are available at different levels, and include Senior-Lite Jazzercise, Coed Fitness, SilverSneakers I Muscular Strength & Range of Movement, Strength-ercise, Circuit Strength Training, and Chair Yoga, as well as arthritis water exercise and cardiovascular water exercise classes. Strength and aerobic fitness equipment is also available for use, with trained staff accessible to provide an orientation and instruction.  Inquire at the Front Desk for more information or call 704-216-7714.

 "A Matter of Balance" Program

An evidence-based four-week program designed to improve one's strength and balance while reducing the risk of falling and setting realistic goals for improving activity levels.  Group will meet Wednesdays & Fridays from 1:00am - 3:00pm August 18-September 10.  There is no charge to participate, although donations are welcome. Space is limited, so register early. Contact the Front Desk at 704-216-7714 for more information.

August Line Dancing Classes

Cheryl Kluttz, Instructor

 

Absolute Beginners (no experience necessary):Tuesdays 3:30pm - 4:30pm beginning August 3

 

High Beginner: Thursdays 4:30pm-5:30pm beginning August 5

 

Intermediate: Thursdays 5:30pm - 6:30pm beginning August 5

 

$4 per lesson or $12.00 for the month

Members can register by calling the Front Desk at 704-216-7714.

Blood Pressure Screenings

Free blood pressure screenings are available Wednesday, August 4  from 9:30-10:30am. Provided by retired Geriatric & Nurse Practitioner Gail Kimball.

New Concentrated Computer Classes

New summer concentrated computer classes will be offered again in August.  We will be offering Introduction to Digital Photography, Introduction to Computers, and Using Windows 7 Interested persons can request particular classes on-line at the Rufty-Holmes website (www.ruftyholmes.org). By accessing the website, one can see the classes to be offered, class meeting times & dates, and registration fees, as well as request a particular class. Older adults without computer access to the Internet can still obtain information in person at the Front Desk.

Handmade Card Workshop

Wednesday, August 11 at 1:00pm. Complete six handmade all occasion cards in one two-hour workshop session. All supplies will be provided. Cost is $12 per person payable upon arrival. Instructor is Daphne Houghton. Advance registration is required by calling the Center at 704-216-7714.

Movie of the Month

Wednesday, August 25 at 2:00pm. Sponsored by Mary Moose, Registered Financial Consultant & Planner, for interested older adults. Come out and enjoy new DVD releases on our big screen, complete with popcorn and drinks. This month's movie is "Good Intentions"  with Luke Perry & Elaine Hendrix, rated PG. Free. (Motion picture license # 12137390).
August Club Meetings 

TOPS Chapter - Each Monday at 9:00am

Men's Breakfast Club - Each Tuesday at 8:30am

Rufty-Holmes Lady Liners - Each Tuesday at 10:00am

Creative Needles Group - Each Wednesday at 9:30am

R-H Computer Club - Each Thursday at 10:00am

Woodcarvers Group - Each Thursday at 1:30pm

Evergreen Bridge Club - Each Friday at 1:00pm

Golf Association of Rowan Seniors - Monday, August 2 at 8:30am

Ambassadors Club  - Monday, August 2 at noon

Seniors Morning Out - Thursday, August 5 at 10:00am

AARP Chapter - Thursday, August 5 at 1:00pm

Rowan Amateur Radio Society - Monday, August 9 at 6:30pm

Seniors Without Partners - Thursday, August 12 at 9:00am

Art Gang - Thursday, August 12 at 10:00am

Starry Night Quilters  - Thursday, August 12 at 6:30pm

Southside Extension Homemakers - Monday, Aug 16 at 10:00am

NARFE - Monday, August 16 at 1:00pm

Rowan Doll Society - Tuesday, August 17 at noon

S-R Quilters Guild Meeting - Thurs, Aug 19 at 1:00pm

 

Appointments for Legal Assistance

Several times a year an attorney with Legal Aid of North Carolina, Inc. will be available to meet with interested persons at the Center by appointment to provide assistance in non-criminal matters (family law, public assistance, housing, consumer protection, etc).  The service is free to low-income adults age 60 or older, provided with regional funds from the Area Agency on Aging. The attorney will be at the Senior Center on August 17 to see individuals who have appointments.  For information, and to schedule an appointment, call the NC Legal Aid office at 1-877-439-3480 and identify yourself as an older adult residing in Rowan County.

Assistance with Hearing Needs

Tuesday, August 24 at 10:00am. For individuals who are hard of hearing and need assistance with hearing aids or telephone communication. Sponsored by the NC Division of Services for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing. Pre-registration required by calling 1-800-835-5302.

Veterans' Services

The Rowan County Veterans Service Office is located at Rufty-Holmes Senior Center as part of the Senior Services Department. Service Officer Elaine Howle is available to meet with Rowan County veterans to assist them in applying and receiving all VA benefits to which they are legally entitled. For an appointment, call 704-216-7714.

This 'n That

Enjoy BINGO every Tuesday from 1-3pm for $1.25, sponsored by Beltone Hearing Aid of Salisbury & China Grove. 

Enjoy CARD & GAME DAY Thursdays from 1-4pm. Free with refreshments.

BROADCAST BINGO is available through the Center's Outreach Program for Rowan County older adults age 60 and older. Win prizes by listening daily to "Senior Moments" on Memories 1280 Radio. Contact Thomasina Paige at 704-216-7720 or outreach@ruftyholmes.org to enroll and for more information. Free.

"SENIOR MOMENTS" are aired daily Monday - Friday at 6:25am & 10:25am on Memories 1280 WSAT Radio. 

For a complete listing of August activities check our daily interactive calendar atwww.ruftyholmes.org

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